What is MHIP?

The Mental Health Integration Program is a state-wide, patient-centered, integrated program serving clients with medical, mental health, and substance abuse needs. The program provides:

High quality mental health screening and treatment

An evidence- and outcome-based model of collaborative stepped care to treat common mental disorders

Results-oriented

Since the start of the program in January of 2008, MHIP has served over 18,000 patients and provided psychiatric consultations to 11,000 patients ages 0-100. Ongoing evaluation has shown substantial improvements in coordinated care and mental health outcomes.

Funding

The Washington State Legislature
provides dedicated funding to Community Health Plan of Washington to provide mental health services to clients on Disability Lifeline (formerly GA-U) around the state;

In King County, the King County Veterans and Human Services Levy, Children's Health Initiative, and the Mental Illness & Drug Dependency (MIDD) Action Plan increase access to MHIP through community health centers, public health centers, and other safety net clinics.

Training

Since 2008, MHIP has offered training and workforce development for integration in health care for over 200 professionals state-wide. Ongoing training takes place monthly to a growing number of mental health professionals across the state.

Targeted Populations Statewide

Individuals receiving time-limited benefits via Disability Lifeline (formerly GA-U) for a physical or mental illness-related disability.Targeted Populations in King County